COMMANDER // 1866–1938
Osvaldo Paladini
ammiraglio di squadraKingdom of Italy1 battle1 war
Lifespan
1866 – 1938
Active service 1912 — 1 battle across 1 war; first command at age 46.
Profile
Osvaldo Paladini was an Italian admiral who served in the Regia Marina from 1882 to 1930. He took part in the Italo-Turkish War, where he was commander of the Red Sea Naval Division, commanding the Piemonte during the Battle of Kunfuda Bay. For this he was awarded the Knight's Cross of the Military Order of Savoy. Promoted to Rear-Admiral during the World War I, he first commanded the Battle Division, and in 1918 the 3rd Naval Squadron. On 2 October 1918, he was awarded the title of Commander of the Military Order of Savoy and the honor of Grand Officer of the Order of the Crown of Italy.
Battles (1)
1912
Battle of Kunfuda BayItalo-Turkish War · Kingdom of Italy